Dickinson Commando w/ 3 Inch Chamber Black 12 GA 18.5-inch 5Rds

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The Dickinson Commando XX3B-2 is a pump shotgun for those on a budget. For easy cleaning the barrel, fore-end and bolt may be removed, and you'll love the smooth action whether firing 2¾" shells or 3" heavy loads. With 5 rounds in the magazine and one in the chamber you've got 6 rounds of 12 gauge firepower for home defense, or a basic hunting shotgun.

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It’s springtime snake season in S. Texas. I have a new neighbor clearing a property lot for new house construction. If it’s like other previous construction activity, I’m going to have “visitors”!🐍 And they tend to be in the 5-1/2 - 6 ft category!! I want one for by the front door and one for the back patio door. The fact these come with a case, for clean and discreet storage is a plus.

It’s springtime snake season in S. Texas. I have a new neighbor clearing a property lot for new house construction. If it’s like other previous construction activity, I’m going to have “visitors”!🐍 And they tend to be in the 5-1/2 - 6 ft category!! I want one for by the front door and one for the back patio door. The fact these come with a case, for clean and discreet storage is a plus.

BEST ANSWER:Yes, the Dickinson Commando is a security style shotgun with a smooth-bore and open cylinder choke. It's intended use is for buckshot & slugs. I've fired several brands of slugs through mine; had the best accuracy using the Royal brand, low-recoil buckshot & slugs. I painted my front site Red, helped a lot.

BEST ANSWER:Yes, the Dickinson Commando is a security style shotgun with a smooth-bore and open cylinder choke. It's intended use is for buckshot & slugs. I've fired several brands of slugs through mine; had the best accuracy using the Royal brand, low-recoil buckshot & slugs. I painted my front site Red, helped a lot.

BEST ANSWER:Greg,I own one of these shotguns and as far as I can tell there is no choke of any kind since this is for home defense and not for hunting,unless you're hunting the guy that busted out your patio door and stole stuff outta your hose!!!!Btw,this shotgun is awesome.Based on the Turkish military defense model!

BEST ANSWER:Greg,I own one of these shotguns and as far as I can tell there is no choke of any kind since this is for home defense and not for hunting,unless you're hunting the guy that busted out your patio door and stole stuff outta your hose!!!!Btw,this shotgun is awesome.Based on the Turkish military defense model!

None. Is cylinder bore, as stated in the description. Barrel walls are thick enough to ream & tap for standard Remchoke or Winchester/Mossberg/Browning pattern tubes, though. I did just that with mine.

BEST ANSWER:Yes any after-market tactical shotgun accessories will work. I bought all of mine on eBay. I'm pretty sure I ordered the same parts as for the Remington 870. I even found a side mount for a top picatinny rail which attaches using the trigger assembly pins. A really good quality 12 gauge shotgun especially for the price! I bought three.

BEST ANSWER:Yes any after-market tactical shotgun accessories will work. I bought all of mine on eBay. I'm pretty sure I ordered the same parts as for the Remington 870. I even found a side mount for a top picatinny rail which attaches using the trigger assembly pins. A really good quality 12 gauge shotgun especially for the price! I bought three.

BEST ANSWER:You can, but welding is tricky and sometimes epoxy doesn’t hold them on very long. If you can’t see the sight, paint it with glowing paint or glowing fingernail polish. The fingernail polish actually stays on better. You can spend a little more and buy the model that has these sights mounted from the factory. I personally wouldn’t add after market ghost sights to my Dickinson.

BEST ANSWER:You can, but welding is tricky and sometimes epoxy doesn’t hold them on very long. If you can’t see the sight, paint it with glowing paint or glowing fingernail polish. The fingernail polish actually stays on better. You can spend a little more and buy the model that has these sights mounted from the factory. I personally wouldn’t add after market ghost sights to my Dickinson.

I bought two, of these shotguns - one for inside the front door and one for the back porch going to the patio, for snake control. The price was right, the protective cases are excellent for discreet storage and keeping the gun clean, the guns themselves are good well built firearms, and function as well as could be expected for an economy priced gun. That being said, the reason I am giving a 4 star rating iis both the actions are just a tad rough, but my primary downgrade is they are advertised as 5 rds in the magazine, for a 5 and 1 load. But, I gotta tell ya there ain’t no way I’m getting that 5th shell in that tube. Now that’s not a deal breaker as I think the guns are a decent purchase and I fully feel I can get the job done, if need be, without going all 4 rds crazy. But, I’m just a little disappointed as it would’ve been nice to have that 5th one in the mag. When they come back in stock I do plan to get one to keep out in my barn. Buy one, they’re a good inexpensive investment for whatever your needs.

I really wish I'd picked up 2 of these. Very good finish and fit on the gun, the action is a little stiff but very robust and solid. It's not a Remington 11-87 but somehow I think 3 of these for the price of 1 would be a very valid decision. Enjoying this one.

Overall, I really like the weapon. Appealing aesthetics, good ergonomics, and an excellent value. The only reason it's getting 4 stars instead of 5 is that the chamber was a bit rough, causing extraction problems after 2 or 3 shots. This was easily remedied with gentle honing of the chamber, but that should have been handled at the factory.

I bought this as a home defense shotgun. The finish and workmanship is good for a gun in this price range. The pump action is stiff but I think it will become smoother as it’s broken it. With the short barrel it has a noticeable recoil kick. At close range with buckshot up to #5 shot it patterned nicely at 15-25’ which would be a normal room size distance for home defense. I would recommend this shotgun at this price range.

Haven’t fired it yet, but seems to be a great little HD shotgun for the money. Much lighter than say a Rem 870 due to the aluminum receiver. Cleaned and re-lubed it, and have been cycling the action to break it in. Occasionally the action would stick slightly when closing it, but that has worked itself out. Will actually be running some rounds of bird, buck and slugs thru it during work-days the next few weekends at the hunt camp. Will report back after giving it a full workout! RDW

Nice basic security style shotgun for a great price! Smooth bore, open cylinder choke intended for buckshot & slugs. The receiver is not drilled or tapped for aftermarket sights, and I'm not aware of any other available accessories yet. But if you're just looking for a tough, basic, security style shotgun, or one that you won't mind taking out in the worst weather, you won't find anything better for the price. Has a tall front site so it shoots point-of-aim, no need to hold low.

Kicks like a mule but for how light it is that was expected. Perfect home defense shotgun. I'd rather have a $119 dollar shotty sitting in the evedance lock up untill cleared than my $800 dollar one if you get my drift! Wish they would start making 20 gauge of this would really be better for the recoil. And don't expect to find a extension tube or other accessories for it. I've looked high and low cant find any fitment info on it online. Will have to take it to a local shop and see what will fit it if you want upgrades.

I shot my Dickinson the day I received it. It shot well and was fairly accurate. More than ten rounds and your gonna feel it the next day. The butt stock is about two inches too short for me and was uncomfortable to shoot. My wife did okay with it, but thought it kicked too much as it is fairly light. It is much better to shoot than my single shot .20 gauge, which kicks like a mule. Not bad to carry for long periods of time without a sling. Scratched the bluing with my coat zipper, not as durable as I would like it to be. I would post a picture, but I am working and the gun is at home in the safe.

At $119.00... how can you go wrong? Very lightweight, and so easy to take down for cleaning. Finish was extremely nice, especially for being such an inexpensive gun. Shoots great. I highly recommend this shotgun.

I bought it for a home defense gun. Ive only ran one magazine thru it to check the function, and it performed flawless. I doesnt have the refinements of the more expensive pump guns, but that is not why I bought it. It just works as intended. No regrets on the purchase, and was easy on the wallet.

Not a Cadillac, but extremely functional firearm. Fills my requirements completely. Smooth action, easy loading, and compact for home defense needs. Note: The minishells are a little more awkward to load, but I am sure that is common for all shotguns??

Bought this for no other reason than it was cheap as hell. Own several 12 gauges from 3 or 4 different makers. This gun shoots solidly, is lightweight, easy to takedown, and have not have a jam with around 150 rounds through it. As a "cabin" or a "throw down" gun, it's exactly what you would want.

Actually, I have yet to fire it but I have no complaints about fit or finish. It's light and I kinda like the blade, as opposed to bead, sight. Cycles pretty smooth dry, just gotta take her out and see how she feeds and fires. I'm pleased so far. I buy from G.a G. More than any other retailer. Good guys, I would definitely recommend for an inexpensive 12ga. Hard to go wrong for the price.

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Dickinson defense pump shotguns are built using a new design that allows for strength, simplicity of operation, and lightweight. You will notice the ease that the barrel, forend and bolt may be removed as a unit to facilitate cleaning. And smoothness of function is uniform whether firing light 2.75" shells or heavy 3". All materials are the finest for their intended purpose assuring years of trouble free operation.